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Kayla MacDonald, R.H.N.

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Sometimes, self care is knowing when to let go of busyness and take time for yourself to rest physically, mentally, spiritually. . . For the next few weeks, I’ll be taking a break from social media. However, you can still find me at @edibleislandca and @inner_strength_acu_and_health - i have appointments available on Wednesday and Thursday this week. Book online or pop in for a free intro! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #infertility #fertilitydiet #naturalfertility #hypothalamicamenorrhea #amenorrhearecovery #prolactinoma #pituitarytumor #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #holisticnutritionist #holisticliving #selfcare

I love October for the crisp air and sunny, clear days. Perfect weather for mountaintop bonfires! . . What is your favourite way to spend autumn? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #lifeofadventures #liveoutdoors #theoutdoorfolk #adventureculture #roadlesstravelled #modernoutdoors #welivetoexplore #bevisuallyinspired #perspective #optoutside #travelawesome #roamtheplanet #goneoutdoors #lifestylephotography #lifestyle #lifestyleblogger #adventureculture #wildernessculture #pnw #pnwwonderland #radgirlscollective #likeamountaingirl #theladyalliance #outdoorwomen #womenwhoexplore #wildernessbabes

A few weeks back, I posted my still-brewing antibacterial and degreasing cleaner made with citrus peels and vinegar. I wanted to share with you the end result, so here it is - a great sanitizing and deodorizing spray, and an effective oil-cutting kitchen cleaner. Pet and kid friendly! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #zerowaste #minimalism #minimalist #clean #cleanliving #cleanlifestyle #nontoxic #nontoxicliving #nontoxiccleaning #naturalcleaning #holisticliving #holistichealth #crunchymom #crunchymama #diy #essentialoils #aromatherapy #plantbased #plantmedicine #herbalmedicine #holisticnutrition #holistichealth

I’m so grateful for the abundance of lobster mushrooms this season! These have to be my favourite to hunt AND eat. . . What’s your favourite mushroom to eat? . . What have you found most of this year on your foraging adventures? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #holisticliving #selfcare #herbalmedicine #foraging #wildmushrooms #mushrooms #mushroomhunting

Homestyle cooking - doesn’t always look pretty, but it’s full of love, nourishes the body, and comforts the soul. . . Slow cooked beef roast with gravy, lobster mushrooms in garlic butter, and a salad of fresh local veggies and homemade ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #infertility #fertilitydiet #naturalfertility #hypothalamicamenorrhea #amenorrhearecovery #prolactinoma #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #holisticliving #selfcare #homestyle #comfortfood

Who says candy has to be full of artificial flavours, dyes, corn syrup and refined sugar? . . These sour raspberry gummies are paleo, refined sugar free, and are made with grass fed gelatin. And if you’re unfamiliar with gelatin’s benefits, it shares the same gut healing, joint loving, and hair/skin/nails benefits as collagen! . . . Blend until smooth: -1 1/2 cups of fresh raspberries (strawberries work too!) -2 fresh lemons, peeled -Maple syrup or honey (to taste) - or use stevia for #keto . . Transfer to a small pot, heating up the fruit mixture. Add: -1/4 cup of grass fed gelatin (I use @organikahealth) Whisk vigorously until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Pour into silicon candy moulds, or into a parchment-lined glass baking tray (to be cut later). Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #infertility #fertilitydiet #naturalfertility #hypothalamicamenorrhea #amenorrhearecovery #prolactinoma #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #holisticnutritionist #paleo #paleodiet

The best dressings are homemade, and ranch is no exception. . . Most store bought dressings contain canola oil, soybean oil, weird starches and added sugar. Why bother when you can whip up a fresh batch yourself in less than 5 minutes! . . . . This recipe is one part homemade mayonnaise to one part sour cream, with a few seasonings. Even if you’re making your mayo on the fly, it’s still quick and easy! . . . Homemade mayo: 2 Tbsp lemon juice or vinegar (I used white wine vinegar) 1 pasture raised egg 1 tsp Dijon mustard Pinch of sea salt -blend until combined- . Then VERY slowly drizzle in... 3/4 cup of good quality oil (I recommend avocado) . Now that you’re done making mayo, to complete the ranch dressing, add an equal part of sour cream (ie 1/2 cup of mayo to 1/2 cup sour cream). . . Next, blend in: Fresh or dried dill weed Garlic powder Onion powder Fresh or dried parsley Fresh cracked black pepper . . . Et voila! The perfect homemade ranch in under 5 minutes using all clean ingredients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #infertility #fertilitydiet #naturalfertility #hypothalamicamenorrhea #amenorrhearecovery #prolactinoma #pituitarytumor #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #holisticnutritionist #holisticliving #selfcare

Beautiful autumn rose hips, full of vitamin C, minerals and antioxidants. The flesh of these can be eaten raw, made into jelly, or steeped into an immune supportive, nutrient rich tea! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #cleaneating #balanceddiet #balancednotclean #eatrealfood #foodfreedom #foodasmedicine #intuitiveeating #wholefood #antidiet #nourishingtraditions #wapf #westonaprice #crunchymom #crunchymama #fitpregnancy #healthypregnancy #fitmom #infertility #fertilitydiet #naturalfertility #hypothalamicamenorrhea #amenorrhearecovery #nontoxicliving #cleanliving #holisticnutrition #selfcare #herbalist #herbalmedicine #foraging

Stormy September Sundays call for drives in the woods and afternoon naps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #lifeofadventures #liveoutdoors #theoutdoorfolk #adventureculture #roadlesstravelled #modernoutdoors #welivetoexplore #bevisuallyinspired #perspective #optoutside #travelawesome #roamtheplanet #goneoutdoors #lifestylephotography #lifestyle #lifestyleblogger #adventureculture #wildernessculture #pnw #pnwwonderland #radgirlscollective #likeamountaingirl #theladyalliance #outdoorwomen #womenwhoexplore #wildernessbabes

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Inner Strength Acupuncture and Health
Suite 25B, 215 Port Augusta Street
Comox, British Columbia
(250) 941-0961

Edible Island Whole Foods Market
477 6th Street, Courtenay, BC

(250) 334-3116